Netizens are beyond shocked by its synopsis.
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KBSthe next K-Drama The country of the badmarketed as the Korean version of the hit American sitcom Modern Familysparked controversy and sparked heated reactions from Korean netizens.
The show, which will air in 2025, has drawn comparisons to the original Modern family. The beloved sitcom followed the lives of an extended family in mockumentary format, highlighting humor and heart in their daily interactions. Unfortunately, a now-viral synopsis of the “Korean version” of the sitcom has led to disappointment.
The controversy began when a synopsis of was published The country of the bad went viral on social media, particularly on X (formerly Twitter), after a user expressed confusion about its connection to Modern family. The synopsis was markedly different from Modern Family.
KBS’s “Villain’s Country” is the Korean version of the popular American sitcom Modern Family, with Oh Na Ra playing the role of a mother who lives like there is no tomorrow, focusing only on today. In the past, she traveled the world as a flight attendant, amassing a colorful romantic history, but now carefully hides her past from her conservative and outspoken husband.
– KBS
While this character setup sounds intriguing, many viewers have wondered how it relates to the original premise of the American sitcom.
The description appears to have little to do with the typical family dynamics, diversity and comedic elements that Modern Family is known for, and this has sparked widespread disappointment and frustration among fans of the original series. Instead of focusing on the same kind of family relationships as the American show, The country of the bad appears to introduce a very different plot, leading some to wonder why it’s being labeled a remake.
From the first lines to the last. The complete series of #ModernFamily is now streaming. pic.twitter.com/Wo99PyhEvb
— Hulu (@hulu) February 3, 2021
Netizens have expressed concern over what they perceive as misleading marketing, with many pointing out that the show may simply be a completely original concept, repackaged under the guise of a remake for promotional purposes. Fans of Modern Family are particularly upset, as they feel the Korean drama may be using the popular sitcom’s name to gain attention without truly honoring its central themes.
So they’re redoing Modern familybut how the hell did they come up with such a ridiculous plot?
There is no sign of Mitchell or his family.
Do they even understand what a remake means???— pockyrrm via X (formerly known as Twitter)
So we’re remaking Modern Family.
How the hell could a plot like this come up?
The Mitchell Family doesn’t even exist.
Don’t know the meaning of remake???? pic.twitter.com/T40xja8YM5— Kentaro Sagini (@pockyrrm) October 18, 2024
The negative reaction grew, with comments circulating online criticizing the show’s promotional strategy. Many believe that calling it a “Korean version” of Modern family it’s an unnecessary move that could backfire.
- “I thought it wasn’t going to be a remake because it’s so different… But if it’s not an official remake, then why did they call it a remake of ‘Modern Family’?”
- “Maybe they didn’t officially buy the rights and are just promoting it as a ‘Korean-style modern family’ or something.”
- “Why are they dragging ‘Modern Family’ into all this?”
- “Why do they make such a fuss about ‘Modern Family’? Just call it a domestic family K-Drama.
- “They don’t even have to say it’s a remake.”
- “Is this really a remake? Isn’t this just an original local story?”
- “They are so manipulative with the media. If it’s not an official remake, don’t write articles like that. “Modern Family” fans are getting angry.”
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